James Murphy Henry's obituary , Passed away on June 24, 2024 in Gurdon, Arkansas

James Murphy Henry

May 6, 1921 - June 24, 2024 (103 years old)

Gurdon, Arkansas

James Murphy Henry's obituary , Passed away on June 24, 2024 in Gurdon, Arkansas

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Williams Funeral Home

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James Murphy Henry

May 6, 1921 - June 24, 2024 (103 years old)

Gurdon, Arkansas

James Murphy Henry Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to James Murphy Henry of Gurdon, Arkansas, born in Strong, Arkansas, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. James Murphy left this world on June 24, 2024 at the age of 103, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Berdie Lee Turner; his children, Nettie Chambliss, Julius Henry and Lonnie Henry; and his siblings, Willie Johnson, Woody Henry, JD Henry, John M. Henry, Laddie Henry, Glemerine Henry Browning Kountz, Eugene Henry and Dometrice Henry.

He is survived by: his nephew Dorsey Henry; his grandsons, Cameron House, Michael Turner and Earvin Barnes; his children, Sandra Henry Morris (AL "Dino") of Arkadelphia, Dora Hennancy (Jim) of Pasadena, CA, Bettye Turner (Willie) of Pasadena, CA, Rickey Henry of Memphis, TN, Jackie Johnson of Ft. Worth, TX, Lorene Charles of El Dorado, AR and Johnny Lee Henry; his daughter-in-law Shirley Henry of Little Rock, AR; his brother Abraham Henry of Flint, MI; and his close friends, Martha Charles and Doris Gulley. He is also survived by twenty-four grandchildren, thirty-three great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Williams Funeral Home



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July 12

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Williams Funeral Home
1517 Caddo St, Arkadelphia, AR 71923

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July 13

Celebration of life

St. Paul AME Church
1505 Caddo St, Arkadelphia, AR 71923

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